1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | A6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
